Chapter 419: Don ‘t Worry, Yan Han
Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation
Upon hearing Xia Wan’s arrangements, Yan Han felt a profound sense of fulfillment. His once-empty heart now had a place to call home.
Seeing the relief on his parents’ faces, Xia Chen also breathed a sigh of relief.
Over the next few days, Xia Ru wore an air of pride.
Their clothing store saw a steady stream of customers, and the sales of their clothes were exceptionally strong.
Xia Wan’s shop was eventually forced to lower its prices to compete.
It was a typical Friday when Xia Wan decided to help out at the shop after her classes.
Xia Ru had been eager to tease Xia Wan, so when she spotted her cousin’s figure, she strutted into Xia Wan’s shop, high heels clicking on the floor. First, Xia Ru assessed the store’s decor and clothing selection.
After glancing at the price tags, Xia Ru’s smile broadened.
With a sly grin, she remarked to Xia Wan, “I’ve heard that you’ve dropped your prices several times this week. Take this T-shirt, for instance. It used to be priced at 28 yuan, but now it’s only 20 yuan.
‘You’ve slashed the cost by 8 yuan on each item. Your purchase price must be around this mark, right?
“I’ve also heard that you used to give customers various gifts like gloves, umbrellas, and sun-proof clothing.
“But it appears that the giveaways have dwindled in recent days. Is it because you’re starting to run into financial trouble?
“Hasn’t your boss given you an earful for not managing the business well?
“Could you please share your boss’s contact number with me? I’d really like to give your boss an update on the shop’s current state.”
Xia Ru genuinely wanted to reach out to Xia Wan’s boss.
She hoped to fan the flames in front of the boss, making it seem like Xia Wan’s family was running the shop poorly, resulting in its current financial difficulties. This would hopefully lead to Xia Wan and her family getting fired.
If she succeeded, her goal would be achieved. Their shop wouldn’t have to sell clothes at such rock-bottom prices.
Selling at a discount for a short period was meant to cripple Xia Wan’s clothing store. Selling at such low prices for an extended period would lead to significant losses.
Rent, utility bills, and employee salaries were all substantial expenses.
Xia Wan looked at her coldly. “You needn’t concern yourself with our shop. It’s impossible for you to reach our boss.
“Truth be told, our boss is currently overseas, managing a multitude of businesses. This shop is just one of her many ventures. Even if it incurs losses or closes down, our boss wouldn’t be bothered in the slightest.
“Our boss entrusted us with this shop because she knows we won’t manipulate the accounts or deceive her. Even if the shop closes, she’ll continue to employ us.
“But you, on the other hand, are different. You’re merely the secretary’s girlfriend. By trying to harm our family, you’ve forced the secretary’s shop to sell clothes at a price far below market value. If the secretary grows weary of you or feels you’ve caused significant financial losses, do you think he’ll seek compensation for this period of losses?”
Xia Ru had intended to provoke Xia Wan but found herself concerned instead.
Her ability to use the documents to secure low prices was contingent on the secretary’s favor.
If the secretary truly grew tired of her, or if he believed she had incurred substantial losses by opposing Xia Wan, he might gradually distance himself from her.
However, the price war had been ongoing for a week already, and Xia Ru believed that Xia Wan and the others couldn’t hold out much longer. She couldn’t afford to give up at this crucial juncture.
Though she harbored these thoughts internally, Xia Ru refused to concede on the surface.
She took a seat at the counter and said bluntly, “You don’t need to argue about the secretary’s affection for me. We genuinely love each other. Furthermore, the money in question is mere pocket change for the secretary.
“But I hate seeing you all continue to endure these losses.. How about this? Xia Wan, why don’t you take the initiative to withdraw, allowing the boss behind you to find someone else to take over the shop?”